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HVGRC
NEWS
A newsletter for members of the Hudson Valley Golden Retriever Club
July – September 2016
President’s Letter
I would like to sincerely thank the membership
for their vote of confidence in my election to
another two-year term as your President. I’ve
been a member of this club for many years and
continue to enjoy our meetings, events and
spending time with members. The biggest
challenge to my role is encouraging membership
participation in our various events and meetings.
I joined HVGRC to learn more about this breed,
the various venues open to me as an owner and
to spend time with other Golden Retriever
people. I have definitely learned a lot and
continue to do so with each meeting and event
we sponsor. Although Dock Diving may not be
a “learning experience” in the technical sense, I
have a feeling it was quite the experience (I’m
writing this in advance of the meeting and the
potential embarrassment of my dog looking at
the dock and running the other way…).
Each meeting we develop is for the membership
and we are open to new ideas and suggestions.
Upcoming meetings in the developmental stage
include a “history lesson” from Jeff Pepper, a
presentation by one of our most accomplished
members and her incredible achievements with
her dogs, a look into therapy work and a
presentation by the Center for Canine Cognition.
There is something for everybody and we always
have a good time.
Enjoy the summer and I look forward to seeing
you at an upcoming meeting or out in the world
having fun with your dog.
HVGRC – CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS
2016
Nov 11-13
All-Breed Agility Trial
Skyline Agility Club
Victoria Farms, Middletown, NY
Chair: Chris Miele
Judge: Kendall Fairchild
TABLE OF CONTENTS
President’s Letter.......................................... 1
Calendar of Coming Events .......................... 1
A Very Special Star....................................... 2
Deadlines for Next Issue .............................. 2
Our Stars...................................................... 3 - 5
Welcome New Members .............................. 6
Super Specialty Member Placements ............. 6
Super Specialty Raffle Report........................ 7 - 8
CCA Report ................................................. 8 - 9
2015 Annual Awards .................................... 10 - 18
Keeping in Touch ......................................... 18
HVGRC Officers .......................................... 19
Bits & Pieces ................................................ 20
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!! A Very Special Star !!
Abbie Einstein, a Golden Retriever owned,
trained, and loved by HVGRC member
Mike Jones, was honored by being chosen
as the Grand Marshall for the American
Cancer Society’s Westchester Bark for Life
event on April 10. A cancer survivor
herself, Abbie and her canine sister, Smartie
Jones, are both certified by Therapy Dog
International .
Mike was inspired to pursue a life of service
with his dogs, after Abbie was allowed to
visit him when he was hospitalized several
years ago.
Abbie Einstein in her Grand Marshall costume.
This visit meant so much to him that he has committed to
sharing the love and support of his therapy dogs with other
patients. The Einstein part of her name refers to Mike’s
time at the Albert Einstein Hospital.
Abbie’s busy schedule includes the Reading to Rover
program on Mondays, and visits to an Alzheimers patient
each Friday. Wednesdays and Thursdays are devoted to
therapy in a dialysis unit at the Artificial Kidney Center in
Yorktown. During the fall she serves as a therapy dog for
the cast of the Danbury Music Center production of ”The
Nutcracker”. She has also visited nursing homes, hospitals,
autism halfway homes, and Newtown, Connecticut after
the Sandy Hook school shootings.
Abbie performs in agility as well as obedience and has an
unfailing sense of what is really important. When
demonstrating obedience at Meet the Breeds, she ignored
her dumbbell retrieve in order to lick the faces of children
lined up at the ring gates.
Mike Jones with Abbie Einstein (left) and Smartie Jones
Together, Abbie and Mike have overcome serious illness and committed to a life of service . She is a
perfect choice for the ACS Bark for Life Grand Marshall.
Note: For the full account of this remarkable dog, visit
http://www.akc.org/news/golden-retriever-cancer-survivor-pays-it-forward/
DEADLINES FOR NEXT ISSUE
October 1st – Deadline for News
October 15th– Mailing Date
HOW TO SUBMIT NEWS
All news must be submitted in legible, written form received by the editor before the deadline. (Earlier is better). Do not
call at the last minute to say “Will you please put in a notice about…” Write it yourself and send it to me. E-mail is
fine: [email protected].
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!! Our Stars !!
Abalee’s White Magic, “Casey” has 4 points toward his Championship. He is Marianna Beard’s first attempt
at conformation and so far is doing pretty well. He is bred by Marianna and co-breeder Jean Ripke, and is coowned by Marianna Beard with Joanne and Ed Dobransky. Here is his record so far:
Winners Dog and BOW
2 Points—Trap Falls Kennel Club
April 10, 2016
Winners Dog
2 Points—Trumbull County Kennel Club
May 29, 2016
Laurie Cafaro’s “Lucy” (Thornelea Twin Oak Happiness is Worth the Wait, CGC) went Best of Breed
Puppy and Best of Winners at the Plainfield Kennel Club on May 30. This win was made even more special
because it took place on Laurie’s birthday.
Bruce and Audrey Coleman and their dogs have been busy in obedience:
On the weekend of May 15 and 16 the Coleman team won three classes, a High in Trial and High Combined.
They showed at the German Shepherd Specialties in Seneca Falls, New York. The weather Saturday was
threatening and on Sunday it was cold and extremely windy. This made scent discrimination challenging
during these outdoor shows.
On Saturday Fanny earned another leg towards her UDX3 with a score of 387.5. She won the Utility B class
and earned 10 OTCH points. Vinny won the Open B class with a 196.5, earned 2 OTCH points and went
High in Trial
On Sunday, Vinny won the Utility B class with a 191.5 and earned 6 OTCH points. He also scored a 195.5
and placed second in Open. This was also his second UDX leg.
June Moskovitz reports that her “Merrie”, Cayberry Fetching a Smile to Juneper RN TDI has now added a
CCA to her name. She was evaluated at our CCA on June 11.
Jean Owen is thrilled to announce that Miss Smartie Pantz got her final double Q for her MACH title on July
2 at the Kruisin Kanine trial. This happened after she had been benched last spring with a broken leg. It was
also the final double Q she needed to qualify for the AKC Nationals next March. Jean is a very proud Mom.
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!! Our Stars !!
Denise Ryan is proud of Ava, who got her QA2 recently. She
was entered in 4 tests. In the first two, she got as far as the
water blind (third series of four). In the third test she received
2nd place, making her Qualified All-Age. Then after a long
break she won 1st place in her 4th test, earning her QA2 . Lois
Monroe trained and handled her beautifully. Denise is so
proud that her show bred fluffy Golden achieved this. Thanks
to Teri Poetker for breeding her. Ava is entering Master
Hunter tests now, and recently earned her 1st leg.
Ava’s registered name is
HR Golly G Walk the Runway Lights CCA SH QA2.
Carol Russo and Paula Strazza are
celebrating their new Champion! Luna
(Hillock’s Sunflower Goodnight Moon)
finished in style before her 2nd birthday at
the Ladies Kennel Association of America
show in Long Island, going BOS in back to
back shows. Luna has been presented
beautifully and expertly by Diana Mason
throughout her successful career.
Luna continued her winning ways recently with
Michelle Smith Wolcott at Walkill KC and Mid
Hudson KA, where she earned her first GCH
points going BOS.
Carol and Paula feel so fortunate to share their
lives with Luna. She is an exceptional dog and
they look forward to participating in many other
Golden venues with Luna.
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!! Our Stars !!
Carol Russo is also so very thrilled and proud of her
boy, Beckett (Picabo’s You Are My Sunshine CGCA
CCA THDA NW1) at the HVGRC Super
Specialty/Taconic Hills KC Cluster. In a wonderful
start to the day, judge Barbara Pepper awarded him
Best Veteran in the AM Specialty, handled expertly by
Diana Mason
This was followed by Carol’s “star-turn” with him in
Sweeps where she was reminded just how hard the
pros work. It has been a long time since Carol was on
the other end of that lead! He seemed very happy with
his large rosette!
Diana went on with him to go Best Veteran in Specialty at the Hudson Valley GRC PM Specialty show under
judge Richard Anton where he was also honored with a JAM! Carol was ecstatic. (She thinks he would have
traded the ribbon for a chance to make friends with fellow Veteran, Jewels!) Finally, to top off the day, Beck
went Best Veteran in Show at the Taconic Hills KC.
Carol gives huge thanks to Diana Mason for making him shine so brightly and to the 4 judges who recognized
him in such a beautiful group of Goldens and then All-Breed dogs. Beckett never stopped wagging his tail and
Carol has not stopped smiling. She says, “ He is my Sunshine.”
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Welcome New Members
Nick and Karen Frustaci
E-mail correction: Karen Frustaci
[email protected]
Nancy and Rick Ritacco
48 Fenwood Lane
Wilton CT 06897
H: 203/834-0476
Cell: 203/984-3462
E-mail: [email protected]
HVGRC Super Specialty 2016
HVGRC Member Placements
Brian Visokay
AM Specialty
Open Dogs, 4th Place
Cayberry Candlewood’s QB Sneak-A-Smile BN RN
Owner: M Swinson-Brown
9-12 Puppy Bitch, 2nd place
Abalee’s Duckn’ Donuts
Owners: Francine and Howard Hellman
Bred-by Exhibitor Bitch, 4th Place
Amberglo’s Turbo
Owner: Karen Fennikoh
Open Bitch, 2nd Place
Cross Creek EZ Breezy Cover Girl NA NAJ NF
Owner: Chris Miele
Open Bitch, 4th Place
Amberglo’s Time For A Moondance CGC
Owners: Fennikoh/C Phiefer
Non Regular Veteran Dog, 8-10 1st Place
Picabo’s You Are My Sunshine THDA CGCA
Owners: C Russo/B Govan
PM Specialty
Bred-by Exhibitor Bitch, 2nd Place
Open Dogs, 4th Place
Amberglo’s Turbo
Owner: Karen Fennikoh
Cayberry Candlewood’s QB Sneak-A-Smile BN RN
Owner: M Swinson-Brown
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HVGRC Super Specialty 2016
Raffle Report
Lorraine Cusimano
As you all know from previous emails this
year’s Specialty Raffle was a huge success
and I would again like to thank all of you
who gave so generously. Those 87 baskets
and displays were made possible by you: the
members. I made use of everything you gave
me. No contribution is ever too small or
insignificant. Sometimes a basket is
assembled but it really needs one more
related item and than all of sudden I get a
donation from someone with just the perfect
addition and the basket is then complete.
Believe it or not, donations have already started to come in for next year. A big THANK YOU to Chris Miele
for the “Snugglesafe” – a Microwave Heat Pad that provides up to ten hours of warmth. A coveted item for
anyone who has to be outside during the cold weather but especially loved by agility people who have to sit on
cold seats in cold barns. Great idea Chris!!
A big THANK YOU to Giselle Graham who
has given me another basket – a two handled
oval with green and red trim which is a perfect
size. She also filled it with a Poodle welcome
sign, two Golden Retriever note pads, a Collie
beer stein, an adorable “best in show’
ornament and a stoneware food bowl. Much
appreciated Giselle!!
Keep the raffle in mind throughout the year. If
you have things you don’t really want or need
or get a gift you don’t particularly like please
consider the raffle before you give away or
throw out. Many baskets are built around
these items.
Also, don’t forget the raffle when you see great
bargains, discounts, sales and clearances. They
are wonderful ways to add to the raffle baskets.
con’t p. 8
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Finally, if you know someone who would
like to promote their business, the raffle is a
terrific way to accomplish this through a
simple display or basket, maybe a gift
certificate, or discounts to online
merchandise. This year we had several new
businesses and their offerings and displays
provided a major contribution to the success
of the raffle.
Looking forward to the fun and success of
next year’s raffle and having all of you
involved to make it happen.
Thanks so much and have a great summer!!
Lorraine Cusimano
Raffle Chair
HVGRC CCA 2016
The HVGRC CCA was held in FDR Park in Yorktown Heights, NY on Saturday, June 11,
2016. Chairwoman Carol Russo reports the event was a great success with 18 dogs entered and 18 qualifying
for the CCA title with very consistent scoring. The club was fortunate to have 3 excellent
evaluators: Christine Miele, Barbara Pepper and Berna Hart Welch. We are grateful to these ladies who
spent the entire day evaluating in detail, each of the Goldens entered. A delicious lunch was provided to all
participants and workers. The weather, while unpredictable in the tradition of most HVGRC Specialty
weekends, provided downpours and sunshine, but we were safe under the large tents! A heartfelt thank you to
Brian Visokay, Lynn Paraskeva, Nora Hayes, Lynn and Jonathan Halpern, Karen Frustaci, Kathy Eddy, Fran
Hellman and Laurie Cafaro for volunteering to help make this event a huge success! It was great to see so
many club members, especially after our long and exhausting Specialty/Obedience and Rally Trial weekend.
Lorraine and Joe Cusimano with their dogs
Jonathan Halpern and William, CCA Test Dog
More CCA photos on p. 9
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Alyson Fuge with her dog
Helpers Lynn Halpern and Lynn Paraskeva
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2015 Annual Awards
With appreciation to Carol Russo who designed the beautiful awards booklet from which this information is taken.
-Editor
2015 Conformation Challenge Trophies
BISS Ch. Asterling’s Running Ram-Pant, SDHF Trophy
This trophy was rededicated in 2008 by Phyllis Ward and is awarded to the HVGRC member-owned Golden
Retriever winning the greatest number of Best of Breed awards during the calendar year.
CH Hillock’s Sunflower Goodnight Moon
Owners: Carol Russo/Paula Strazza/ Tammy Tomlinson
Call Name: Luna
You are soft and golden, with deep brown penetrating but compassionate eyes. Is it ever possible for you to
get close enough? You are silly, funny, energetic, playful and smart. You are my unexpected friend, bringing
me joy, laughter and tranquility. You are Luna.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 11
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Am. Bda. Can. Ch. Amberglo’s Sandy Hill Splash, OD Trophy
This trophy was rededicated in 1998 by Karen B. Fennikoh and is awarded to the HVGRC
member-owned Golden Retriever winning the greatest number of Best of Opposite Sex awards
during the calendar year.
CH Hillock’s Sunflower Goodnight Moon
Owner: Carol Russo/ Paula Strazza/ Tammy Tomlinson
Call Name: Luna
Where to start? The day I called my dear friend Paula from N.E.S.G.A. jesting that we should
co-own a bitch together? The day we drove 6 hours to PA for our pick bitch and I could not put
the small, fluffy blondish puppy down once she was in my arms? The day she fetched the wing
Paula threw and she learned what “place” meant? The happy days, winning Best Puppy in
Show at the Chesapeake and Lenape Golden Specialties? The many days following when she
was recognized by almost every judge who saw her with a blue ribbon? The amazing day at Big
Apple Sporting when she took the Major and BOS for her first points from the 12-18 class? The
days at shows I spent watching her ringside, so serious, so beautiful, not recognizing the playful
puppy we knew at home? Days of WB/BOW/BOS and BOB from the 12-18 class and finally
her moment, finishing a Champion? All those days do not compare to the ones she spends
curled up close, snuggling on the bed, but boy, they sure were fun! Luna is a very special girl
and we can’t wait to see what she will do next.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 12
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2015 Field Challenge Trophy
The Windrush Field Trophy was donated in 1995 by Lisa Weinberg and Art Breslau. It is awarded to the
HVGRC member-owned Golden Retriever who accumulates the most points in AKC hunt tests, licensed field
trials, WC/WCX tests and gun dog stakes during the calendar year. In case of a tie both names will be engraved
on the trophy.
My Stardust Melody, UD RN MH WCX QAA
Owner: Susan Handelman
Call name: Heather
Owned, trained and loved by Sue Handelman.
My little Heather continues to delight me with her achievements
in field events. At this writing, in April 2016, she has a total of
17 life-time Master Hunter passes besides her Qualified All-Age
status in Field Trials. This year she qualified for the Master
National by earning 6 Master legs between August 1, 2014 and
July 31, 2015. There was a conflict in dates and we chose to go
to the GRCA National Specialty, where she qualified in Master.
Completely amateur trained and handled, she is both talented
and responsive.
I am so lucky to have her.
2015 Obedience Challenge Trophy
OTCH U-CDX Rushmore’s Excaliber Can Do UDX2 JH MX MXJ RE WCX OBHF
This trophy, dedicated in 2006 and re-dedicated in 2008 by Dorita Slate, is awarded to the HVGRC
member-owned Golden Retriever who accumulates the greatest number of points during the calendar year.
Gaylans Silver Springs Ducks Gotta Fly
UD VER SH MX MXJ MXF MJB T1B
CCA CGC WCX
Owner: Helen Sherman
Call Name: Scoot
Scoot is my girl. She loves all the games. Whether it’s Agility, Field or Obedience, she is ready.
Of course, if I make a mistake, Scoot is very quick to let me know.
—Love her—
Thank you Gayle and Lise for entrusting her to me—can’t imagine life without her.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 13
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2015 Agility Challenge Trophies
MACH 3 Rose Lake’s Small Miracle UD JH NJP CCA WC VCX ADHF Master Agility
This trophy was donated in 2002 by Paul and Marilyn Ingvoldstad. It is awarded to the HVGRC memberowned Golden retriever who accumulates the most points in AKC agility trials during the calendar Year.
One point is awarded for each MACH point earned plus 37 points are awarded for each “Double Q”.
Morningstar’s Sky High IQ CD MX MXB MXJ MJB CGC
Owner: Jean Owen
Call Name: Smartie Pantz
Marilyn and Rosie were my best friends. We traveled all over the East Coast together. Marilyn and Chris Miele
are why I now own a Golden. Smartie Pantz is a wonderful team mate and a very talented partner. I look
forward to many, many more years of stepping to the start line with her. In honor of my friend Marilyn, with
tears in my eyes, I share this photo of us--
Annual Awards cont’d p. 14
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MACH 2 Cross Creek Swatch of Pebwin ADHF Agility Challenge Trophy
This trophy was donated in 2005 by Christine Miele. It is awarded to the HVGRC member-owned Golden
Retriever who has the winning record in Novice and Open level Agility during the calendar year. Three
standard and three jumpers scores may be submitted and are added to the difference between standard course
time and the dog’s time. The highest combined score earns the trophy.
Cross Creek Waltz Right In OA OAJ NF
Owner: Christine Miele
Call Name: Matilda
Matilda’s mother was BG, aka Bad Girl, who has won all kinds of
awards in the Tenafly, NJ school district as a therapy dog. I can’t
say enough good things about her. She is sweet and charming,
affectionate without being needy, always ready to learn.
2015 Title Plaques
Karen Fennikoh
CH Amberglo’s From Brooklyn to Broadway“
CH Amberglo’s Defying Gravity at Maplecroft
(Co-owned with Bonnie Rubin)
CH Amberglo’s Contravesty
“Carson”
“Emily”
“Gary”
I am simply, and quietly thrilled that my dogs continue their winning ways after so many years. The three
dogs listed above represent Amberglo Champions # 43, 44 and 45. Additionally, I am proud to report that
“Emily” became a GCH in October 2015.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 15
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Sue Handelman
My Stardust Melody UD RN MH WCX QAA
“Heather”
Heather finished her Utility title in March 2015,
with a first and two second places. She is such a
happy worker that it is a pleasure to be in the
ring with her. Once she learns her exercises, she
is a very consistent performer. She also believes
everyone she sees is in need of a greeting, so
there is a constant yin and yang in her
personality between work and play.
Lynn and Jonathan Halpern
Overlook’s Sutton Downpour CD RA CGC CCA
“William”
Despite William’s antics and lack of an “off-switch” he managed this year to achieve his CD, RA and CGC
titles. This was all in one year! His favorite activity is doing “zoomies” around the ring after he goes over a
high jump. We are working on altering this behavior so he can get his CDX and RE in as few trials as
possible. He loves to swim and does so every day while in Florida. We are working on Utility exercises as
well as the Open routines. He works best after a long swim! We really love him despite all his shenanigans!
We hope his membership in the Morris Animal Study will help both canine and human health to find the
answer to the scourge of cancer.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 16
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Christine Miele
Cross Creek Waltz Right In OA OAJ NF
“Matilda”
See comments on p. 14 under MACH 2 Cross Creek
Swatch of Pebwin ADHF Agility Challenge Trophy
Jean Owen
Morningstar’s Sky High IQ CD MX MXB MXJ MJB CGC
“Smartie Pantz”
Smartie Pantz is a silly and gifted little girl that takes
her job very seriously. My last Golden was a goofball
so I worried Smartie Pantz might not love agility.
Ohhhhhhhh she loves it alright. She is a wonderful
and talented partner and I am grateful.
Annual Awards cont’d p. 17
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Helen Sherman
Gaylan’s Silver Springs Ducks Gotta Fly UD VER SH MX MXJ MJB MXF T2B WCX CCA CGC
“Scoot”
See comments on p. 12 under Obedience Challenge trophy
Phoebe Teramoto
Gaylan’s Hearts Afire JH MX MXJ WC CGC
“Kindle”
Kindle is everything I wanted when I went
looking for a puppy 4 years ago. We are
having a blast in agility and hunt tests. It’s SO
much fun to walk up to the line with her. I
can’t wait to see what the future holds – a
MACH and SH titles??
Annual Awards cont’d p. 18
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Lisa Weinberg and Art Breslau
Windrush’s Cool Hand Luke CDX RE JH JHU SHU CCA CGC
Windrush’s Man From U.N.C.L.E. RN JHU SHU CCA CGC
Windrush’s Remington Steel e CDX RE JH JHU SHU WC CCA CGC
Sunfire’s Wiindrush’s Mrs. Peele RE JH JHU SHU WC CCA CGC
“Luke”
“Solo”
“Remi”
“Emma”
Pictured below, left to right
Keeping in Touch
The HVGRC maintains a club e-mail list on Yahoo. Membership in this mailing list is restricted to members
of the Hudson Valley Retriever Club. All members of the HVGRC may join the Yahoo Group. In case you
are not familiar with Yahoo groups or do not know how to join, the following information, written by
Jonathan Halpern, may be helpful: If you need help, contact Jonathan at [email protected] or 914-235-6198.
Once on the list, the member will receive all e-mails sent to the list. Any member of our Yahoo Group may
send an e-mail to all other members of the Yahoo Group by addressing an e-mail as shown in the heading
above. Please note: the Yahoo groups address does not accept attachments.
To join the HVGRC Yahoo Group, an HVGRC member must navigate to the Yahoo web page for the
HVGRC group, and left click with the mouse on the box labeled “Join the group”. The web address of this
page is:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hvgrc
Follow the instructions to join the group. After this step is completed, Yahoo will send a message to our list
administrator asking for approval to join the group. The list administrator will approve the membership in the
group and Yahoo will send an e-mail confirming membership.
If a club member changes to a new e-mail address, simply join the group again using the new e-mail address.
Notify the HVGRC list administrator if you want the old e-mail address cancelled.
The club also has a private Facebook group. To join the group search for “Hudson Valley Golden Retriever
Club” on Facebook. At the top of the page on the Cover Photo click the tab that says “Join Group.” You will
need to be approved.
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Hudson Valley Golden Retriever Club
OFFICERS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT
Robert Swanson
PO Box 220, Sherman CT 06784
(H)860/354-9416 (C) 860/318-1132
[email protected]
CLASS OF 2016
Ann Marie Cioffi
[email protected]
VICE PRESIDENT
Jonathan Halpern
45 Berrian Road, New Rochelle, NY 10804
(H) 914/235-6198 (FL)561/865-3488
[email protected]
Lynn Halpern
[email protected]
TREASURER
OPEN POSITION
Brian Visokay
[email protected]
RECORDING SECRETARY
Carol Russo
9 Strawberry Hill Court, Montvale, NJ 07645
(H) 201/694-0058
[email protected]
NEWSLETTER
CLASS OF 2017
Helen Sherman
[email protected]
EDITOR
Susan Handelman
40 Birch Drive, Katonah NY 10536
(H) 914/232-1714
[email protected]
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
Lorraine Cusimano
27 Sherwood Hill Rd, Brewster, NY 10509
(H) 845/278-4062
[email protected]
LAYOUT/E-NEWS EDITOR
Melissa Fairweather
[email protected]
STANDING COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN
AKC PUBLIC ED COORDINATOR
Sandy Spitzer
[email protected]
MEMBERSHIP
Lisa Weinberg
[email protected]
FIELD REP Position Open: Volunteer Needed
PROGRAM
Position Open: Volunteer Needed
GRCA DELEGATE
Chris Miele
[email protected]
PUPPY REFERRAL
Binnie Weissleder
[email protected]
GRCA NEWS
Robert Swanson
[email protected]
VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS
Giselle Graham
[email protected]
HISTORIANS
Vincent Savarese & Karen Fennikoh
(H) 845/361-5944
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For more information go to our website:
hvgrc.org
BITS AND PIECES
PUPPY REFERRALS
PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS
Don’t forget to let her know when all the puppies have
been sold. Please also let Binnie know if you have any
older dogs available.
SPECIAL TROPHIES
When listing your puppies with Binnie Weissleder (802)
375-9527 or [email protected]
please observe the following:
Call her within a week of the litter’s due date to confirm
that the litter actually has been whelped and to let her
know how many puppies are available.
In order to qualify for membership in HVGRC you must
first attend two club functions. For application form and
further details, contact our Membership Chairperson, Lisa
Weinberg, at (914) 248-8245 (H). Her personal e-mail is
[email protected]
or through the club [email protected].
Attention: potential donors! Anyone who wishes to
donate a Special Trophy for our Annual Specialty Show (in
addition to the regular club trophies) needs to plan ahead. It
is necessary to submit a descriptive letter to the Board of
Directors for their approval by April of the previous year.
For example, for our June 2017 Show, such a letter must
reach the Board by April 2016. Prizes may be offered “in
honor of”, “in memory of” etc. Be sure to include a full
description of the trophy itself. If something inspires you,
write to the Board.
PLEASE NOTE! HVGRC Puppy Referral Guidelines,
in effect since August 1, 1998, require that a signed
release form for each litter be completed and returned to
Binnie and Mike. If you need a copy of this form, call
Binnie.
Breeders Please Note:
HVGRC subscribes to the same Code of Ethics as
GRCA . Members are advised to keep informed of any
changes now being considered.
NEWSLETTER DISCLAIMER
Following GRCA guidelines, the HVGRC Board has
adopted the following policy for articles submitted by
individuals:
NEWSLETTER ADVERTISEMENTS
Litter Listings or Items for Sale
There is no charge for these kinds of advertisements.
The following requirements still apply:
In conformity with HVGRC Puppy Referral
Guidelines, ads for puppies must be accompanied by
copies of parents’ hip, elbow, eye and cardiac
clearances.
“Signed or featured articles express the opinion of the
author and do not necessarily reflect the views of
HVGRC. The responsibility for factual accuracy and
documentation belongs solely to the author of the
article.”
From the Board of Directors:
NOTICE re PUPPY ADVERTISEMENTS:
Attention all chairmen: It is a club policy that all
published materials including but not limited to flyers,
premium lists, and GR News columns be submitted to
the Board of Directors for review prior to being
released.
The Hudson Valley Golden Retriever Club makes no
warranties or guarantees as to quality, health or any other
matters with respect to either the dogs listed herein or the
puppies which have or may be produced as a result of the
breedings listed herein. The HVGRC recommends that a
fully executed, written purchase agreement setting forth all
the terms of purchase be obtained before possession of a
puppy is transferred to the purchaser(s).
N ew m em bers please note:
Please refer to the HVGRC web site for Guidelines
and Requirements for Annual Awards. This material
is no longer included in the new member packet.
HVGRC WEBSITE
Visit the HVGRC Website frequently for the latest
information: hvgrc.org. Please note: Anyone
wishing to post news or notice on the website,
should send it to our President, Bob Swanson, who
will then transmit it to our webmaster.
HVGRC E-MAIL
Use this address whenever you need to communicate
with the full membership:
[email protected]
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